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S26 UCE

2009 BMW 135

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

105,202 mi
Last recorded105,202 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 13559,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS26 UCE
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 105,202 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing - both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 101,450 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 100,160 miles
Fail 8 May 2024 100,160 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 92,041 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 90,166 miles

Both front tyres slight wear on inner edge

Pass 17 Jan 2020 86,970 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 82,342 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 77,162 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 72,962 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 66,483 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2016 66,483 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jan 2015 56,256 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 53,998 miles

front brake brake discs corroded

rear brake discs corroded

Fail 4 Apr 2014 53,945 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

front brake brake discs corroded

n/s front tyre worn on outter edge

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 9 Apr 2013 49,467 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 46,853 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 135?

Based on 20,607 MOT tests across 1,654 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
4,740
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,654
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 327
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 231
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 114
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 70
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 60
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S26 UCE is a 2009 BMW 135 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2009 BMW 135 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 59,384 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 135 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 327 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S26 UCE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 135 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 135 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S26 UCE registered?

S26 UCE is a 2009 BMW 135, first registered on 23 March 2009.

Is S26 UCE safe to buy?

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